Flood death toll in eastern Libya reaches 5,300: The death toll from the recent floods in eastern Libya has reached 5,300 people. The floods have caused widespread damage and displacement in the region

The death toll from the recent floods in eastern Libya has reached 5,300 people, according to a local health official. The floods have caused widespread damage and displacement in the region. The floods were triggered by heavy rainfall that began on September 8. The rainfall caused rivers to overflow and dams to collapse, flooding villages and towns across eastern Libya. The most affected areas are the cities of Derna and Bayda. In Derna, more than a quarter of the city has been destroyed by the floods. Thousands of people have been displaced by the floods and are now living in makeshift shelters. The government has declared a state of emergency in several affected areas. The floods have also caused widespread damage to infrastructure. Roads, bridges, and power lines have been washed away. The government is working to provide relief to the affected people. However, the scale of the disaster is making it difficult to provide adequate assistance.

The floods in eastern Libya are a reminder of the vulnerability of the country to climate change. Libya is already experiencing the effects of climate change, such as more frequent and intense droughts and floods. The government of Libya needs to take steps to mitigate the effects of climate change and to prepare for future disasters. This includes investing in infrastructure, such as dams and flood control systems, and in early warning systems. The international community can also help by providing financial and technical assistance to Libya.